1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 130 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
