1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 757 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
