1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod
To start off, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is newer by 26 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | XR 8 Xplod |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
