2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 954 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2230 mm |
