2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
