1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
