1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Polo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |