2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada, 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
