1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
