1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
