1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1959 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1959 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
