1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |