2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
