1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Dodge Ram

To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 1999 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Fiat 600 1999 Dodge Ram
Make Fiat Dodge
Model 600 Ram
Year Released 1968 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 767 cc 3906 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 23 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2790 mm


 

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