1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 48 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
