1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 130 | Defender |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |