1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
