1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
