1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 35 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 602 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
