1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, both 1969 Fiat 130 and 1969 MG MGC were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGC.
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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1969 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1969 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1969 MG MGC | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 130 | MGC |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |