1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | 131 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |