1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |