1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 130 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |