1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 34 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
