1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |