1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 28 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 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 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 1999 GAZ 3111.
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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 130 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
