1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
