1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 24 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 20 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Siena |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
