1954 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,256 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bugatti Type 101 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bugatti Type 101 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Bugatti Type 101.
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. 1973 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1954 Bugatti Type 101 has manual transmission. 1954 Bugatti Type 101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bugatti Type 101 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fiat |
| Model | Type 101 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3256 cc | 3237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1570 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
