1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
