1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 34 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 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 130 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
