1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
