1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
