2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 29 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
