2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2010 mm |
