2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 138 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | 350Z | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
