2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 908 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
