1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 36 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
