1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. 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 1965 Fiat 500. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1950 mm |
