1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Fiat 130 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model 130 Golf
Year Released 1969 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3300 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1189 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L