1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Challenger | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
