1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 130 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
