1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 35 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 24 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 351 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 130 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
