1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
