1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
