1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster 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 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 130 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |