1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 34 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
