1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
