1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1988 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
