2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130. 1973 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
