2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Fiat 127
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
