1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 39 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
