1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 695 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
