1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 350 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, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
