1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 30 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 116 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 130 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
