1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Because 1973 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
