1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 21 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 76 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 130 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |