1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 280Z is newer by 9 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 11 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z. 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, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Datsun |
| Model | 130 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
