1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 39 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 130 | A3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |