1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Fiat | Alvis |
| Model | 130 | TF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
