1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 131 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |