2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang 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:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mustang | 130 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |