1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1972 Opel Admiral is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
