1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 130 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |