1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 130 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
