1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
