1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 57 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Dodge | MCC |
| Model | Aspen | Smart |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
