1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 1 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Nova | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | 130 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
