1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 875 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Coupe | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
