2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Pathfinder | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |