1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 130 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |