1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 32 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
