1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 254 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 130 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
