1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT 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 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 MG ZT.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 130 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
