1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
