1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 132 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |