1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1893 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
