1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1968 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1968 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
