1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |