1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126.
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 Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 126 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3340 mm |
