2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Equator | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1295 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
