1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 23 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
