1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 255 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 63 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |