1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort 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 89 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 1998 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Escort |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |