1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
