1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 104 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
