1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 30 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
