1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
