1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 36 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2005 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Ka |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |