1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 20 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | SZ | 130 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
