1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1059 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
