2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 38 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Quest | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
