1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 16 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 39 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
