1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 36 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1976 Dodge Aspen has manual transmission. 1976 Dodge Aspen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Aspen | FX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2885 mm |
