1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Dodge Avenger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Avenger | 130 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
