2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 37 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3238 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
