2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Avalanche | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
