2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 255 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
