1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |