1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 37 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
