1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | New Yorker | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
