1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 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 F-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 115 L |