1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 33 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
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, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 2004 Rover 75 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. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
