1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
