1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
