2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
