2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 359 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
