1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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 Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
