1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 37 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Edge |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |