1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 267 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
