1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 17 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
