1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 26 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 130 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |