1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 44 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 96 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
