1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |