2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
