1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 130 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
