1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 762 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 133 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 133 | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |