1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 33 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 82 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
