1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1980 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 1980 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Aspen | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
