2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
