1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
