2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2260 mm |
