2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Airflite | Berline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 37 L |
