1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Aspen |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |