2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | 126 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1850 mm |