1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2002 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 130 | 45 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |