1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 33 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
