1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 29 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 130 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
