2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 35 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
