1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1847 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Panda | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
