1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet APV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | APV | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
