1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 72 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1883 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1941 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1941 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 500 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3042 mm |
