1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 35 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 364 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1236 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 |
