1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 39 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2613 mm |
