1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200.
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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 1200 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
