1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 8 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
