2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
