1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 28 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 22 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 8 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2000 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
