1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |