1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 30 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | 130 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
