1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2751 mm |
