1971 Jensen SP vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 213 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Jensen | Fiat |
| Model | SP | 130 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
