2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
