1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 130 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
