1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 24 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 130 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
