1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
