1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | 124 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
