1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 127 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
