1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
