1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 366 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
