1972 AMC Matador vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 1 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | AMC | Fiat |
Model | Matador | 130 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |