1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
