1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 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 38 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
