2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 226 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1758 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 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 | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Charger | 126 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |