1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 35 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
