2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1881 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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 (509 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
