1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 850 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |
