1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 4 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 33 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 130 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
