1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 18 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
