1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Ford Probe
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 17 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 23 more horse power than 1989 Ford Probe. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1989 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
