1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 785 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Abarth | Dodge |
Model | 1000 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |