2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Fiat 600
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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 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 322 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1928 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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 600. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 38 L |
