1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 565 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Uno |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
