1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Dakota and 1996 Fiat Armadillo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
