1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1976 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
