1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1955 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Thunderbird (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1955 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1955 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
