1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, both 1975 Austin Maxi and 1975 Dodge Aspen were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 69 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Maxi | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Maxi | Aspen |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |