1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 130 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
