1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 33 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), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
