1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 522 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 1950 mm |
