1994 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Contour | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
