1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
