1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric

To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 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 89 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cedric. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Fiat 130 1978 Nissan Cedric
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 130 Cedric
Year Released 1973 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3237 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2700 mm


 

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