2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3238 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
