1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 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 Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2007 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
