1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 31 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
