2011 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Panda | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
