2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 743 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
