2012 Volkswagen Routan vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 468 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Routan, 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 Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Routan | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Routan | 130 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2038 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
