1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 1957 Ford Popular | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Popular |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |