1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
