1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 18 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 130 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
