1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 130 | 600 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |