1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
