2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 265 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
