1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 130 | P5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |