1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
