1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 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 95 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Granada |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |