1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 128 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2240 mm |
