1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 23 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 34 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. 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 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1997 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 130 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |