1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
