1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 476 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 130 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
