1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 130 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
