1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 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 G8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 130 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
