1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 27 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2597 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
