1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1975 Holden Torana

To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana 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 1975 Holden Torana
Make Fiat Holden
Model 130 Torana
Year Released 1969 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2866 cc 1256 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2440 mm


 

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