1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 134 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
