2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 176 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1493 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
