2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Malibu | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
