1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1984 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1984 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
