2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
