1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 750 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
