1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 110 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 130 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
