1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 130 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
