2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Ridgeline | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
