1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 35 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. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |