1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | 1400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 87 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2660 mm |