1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Aspen | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2240 mm |
