1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 221 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
