1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 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 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Escort |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |