1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 37 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, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 25 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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
