1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 783 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
