1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Vedette |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |