2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
