2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. 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. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1946 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1946 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Durango | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 567 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |