1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER will offer significantly more control. 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 CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
