1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G6 (341 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 130 | G6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
