2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
