1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 665 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | 128 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |
