1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 28 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 130 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |