1978 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, both 1978 Autobianchi A 112 and 1978 Dodge Aspen were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 813 kg more than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Autobianchi A 112 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Autobianchi | Dodge |
Model | A 112 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |