1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2990 mm |
