1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 130 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 70 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |