1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Durango | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Durango | 130 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |