1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 37 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD, 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
