2004 Ford GT vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
