2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Fiat 125
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 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 410 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1972 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 125 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
