1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
