1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 24 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, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | NSX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |