2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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:
2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 130 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |