1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 130 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |