1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 130 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
