1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber

To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 40 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Fiat 130 2010 Dodge Caliber
Make Fiat Dodge
Model 130 Caliber
Year Released 1970 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1334 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 51 L


 

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