1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 815 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 1200 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
