1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |