1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 28 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |