1997 Ford Contour vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 21 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, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 1976 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 1976 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Contour | 130 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
