1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 36 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
