1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 73 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
