1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Fiat 130 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 130 X-Trail
Year Released 1971 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3235 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.9:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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