1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 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, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 568 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno.
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, 1995 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1995 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Uno |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 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 |
