2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
