1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 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 111 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
