2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 54 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| 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 | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
