1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 13 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
