1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |