1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 1983 Renault 14 is newer by 13 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
