1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
