1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133.
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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
