1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 130 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
