1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 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 (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 95 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Aspen | P4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
