1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 41 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 130 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
