1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |