1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
