1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 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 84 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 130 | 914 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |