1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 28 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 40 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Dodge | MCC |
| Model | Aspen | Smart |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
