1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |