1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 39 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
