1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1314 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
