1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 44 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |