2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 390 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Sprinter | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |