2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caliber | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
