2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1935 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 1850 mm |
