1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |