2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1973 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
