1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
