1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 15 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | 130 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
