1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 130 | Volare |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |