1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 293 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Aspen | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |