1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 20 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Laser |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |