1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 38 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 460 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | 131 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
