1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
