1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 130 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
