1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
