1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 40 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) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 78 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
