1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1728 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |