2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 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), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 659 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 2001 Cadillac XLR 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. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
