1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 2 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 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 52 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Chevelle | 130 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
