1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (62 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1995 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
