1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 1609 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
