1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 339 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
