1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
Model | Verada | 130 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |