1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |