1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 552 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
