1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 766 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
