1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 130 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
