2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
