1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 34 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
