2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 1960 mm |
