2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1383 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Fulvia 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 1969 Lancia Fulvia
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Charger Fulvia
Year Released 2007 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 341 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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