1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 130 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |