1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 36 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 130 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
