1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
