1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 350 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
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 | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |