1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 29 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
