1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 29 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
