1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |