1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Coronet | 130 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |