1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 125 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 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 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 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 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
