1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1957 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
