1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Express | 130 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |