1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 25 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia, 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 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. 1996 Hyundai Marcia 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. 1996 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 130 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
