1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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 55 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2001 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |