1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 40 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 233 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 130 | Antara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |