1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 35 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |