1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1977 Fiat 133 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda R-100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
