1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1013 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
