1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro

To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 14 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Fiat 130 2012 Opel Vivaro
Make Fiat Opel
Model 130 Vivaro
Year Released 1970 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L


 

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