1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 38 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2737 mm |
