1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
