1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. 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 68 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 813 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
