1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 4 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Omni | 130 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |