1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 50 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1999 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Golf |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.8 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |