2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1482 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
