1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
