1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 23 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, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1995 Rover 600.
Because 1972 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
