1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 28 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 28 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Contour |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |