2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 210 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130. 1970 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Saturn | Fiat |
| Model | Sky | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
