1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1628 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 133 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3569 mm |
