1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1972 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
