1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | 130 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
