1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 59 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | 3-Litre | Aspen |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |