1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Capri |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |