1968 AMC AMX vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | AMC | Fiat |
Model | AMX | 130 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |