2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 36 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Freestar | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
