1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
