2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
