1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 163 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 130 | Omega |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |