1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 30 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1976 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
