1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1981 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | RX-7 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
