1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
