1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 28 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
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, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 2003 Honda Inspire has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Inspire |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |