1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 315 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Aspen | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
