1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 27 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
