1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 130 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |