1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
