1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 40 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 89 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
