1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 24 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 74 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Parati |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |