1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 774 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 133 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
