1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 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 74 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | K 70 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |