2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (713 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 37 L |
