2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LaCrosse | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
