2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 149 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Charger | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |