1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 130 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
