1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 37 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 282 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
