1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Berline | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
