1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 21 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 682 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
