2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caliber | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
