1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 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 73 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
