1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 35 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 377 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Fit |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |