1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 714 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
