1966 Fiat 500 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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Fiat 500. 1970 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat 500 1970 Fiat 130
Make Fiat Fiat
Model 500 130
Year Released 1966 1970
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 2866 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2730 mm


 

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