1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 130 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
