1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |