2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Drifter | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3238 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
