1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
