1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 34 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 548 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Croma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
