1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 733 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
