1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 775 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Dodge | Marcos |
Model | Aspen | 1500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |