1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Challenger | 130 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
