1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa 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 25 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Aspen | Europa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
