1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 130 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
