1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 130 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |