1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 30 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4. 2000 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
