2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Tacoma | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
