2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 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 188 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |
