1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 33 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 130 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |