1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 37 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Fiat 130 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model 130 Tiguan
Year Released 1973 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3236 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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