1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Aspen | Stilo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |