2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
