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. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 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, 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
