2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 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 (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1853 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 37 L |
