1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 950 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
