1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 17 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 130 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
