1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 386 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
