1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2002 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 1500 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
