1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1728 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 133 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3569 mm |
