1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
