1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 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 140 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 20 L |
