1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |