1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
