1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | 130 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
