1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1968 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1968 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 2300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |