1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2010 Dodge Dakota 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. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 1500 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
