1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |