2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 979 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
