1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 36 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 130 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
