1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 26 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Escape |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |