2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 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 Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
