1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 950 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Dodge Durango | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Durango | 1600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |