2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
