1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 30 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 354 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
