1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 35 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1982 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 | 256 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
