1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |