1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 24 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 130 | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
