1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 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 122 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1770 mm |
