2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Nitro | 130 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |