1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
