1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
