1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
