2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 479 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Ram | Campagnola |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2260 mm |