1999 Nissan Z vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 29 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130.
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, 1999 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Z | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
