1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | 130 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
