1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1217 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2868 mm |
