1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 610 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
