2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 692 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
