1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 568 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | 130 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |