1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1976 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1976 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 130 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
