1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 15 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 833 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Uno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
