2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
