2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2002 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 37 L |
