1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 320 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
