1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 42 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1970 | 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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |