1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 130 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
