1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 130 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
