1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |