1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 28 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 130 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
