1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 33 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, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 130 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
