1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Focus |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |