1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Cielo | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
