1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 31 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Ka |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1019 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |