1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 33 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 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 2002 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Noble |
| Model | 130 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
