1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | 500 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |