1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Charger | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |