1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1972 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
