1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |