1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 32 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | Fiat | Noble |
Model | 130 | M12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |