2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
