1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Escape |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |