1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Statesman | 130 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |