1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 43 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 19 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
