2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 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 Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Rainier | 130 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |