1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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 100 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 130 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |