2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Expedition | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
