1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 40 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
