1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1980 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 15 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 825 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Aspen | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
