1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Fiat 126
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 905 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | 126 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1850 mm |
