1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
