2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1368 kg more than 2011 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2308 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
