1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
