1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Chevelle | 130 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
