2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 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 138 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
