1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 1100 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
