2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | 130 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3238 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
