2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
