1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
