1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 33 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
