1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Nova | 130 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |