1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
