1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 32 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
