2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 871 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Strada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
