2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Durango | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 37 L |