1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
