1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 259 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
