1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 95 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | Tipo | Dakota |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |