2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Tribeca | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
