2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 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 217 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. 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 1972 Fiat 500. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1972 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 22 L |
