1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 11 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
