1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 43 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 263 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
