2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
