1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Fiat 126
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 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 148 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 915 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat 126. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 126 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
