1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 1100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |