1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 130 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
