1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 612 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 500 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3330 mm |
