2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
