1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 254 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |