1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1898 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Abarth | Dodge |
Model | 500 | Charger |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |