1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1983 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1125 kg |
