1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 29 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 130 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
