1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
