1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 595 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
