1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Versa 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Versa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1115 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
