1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Aspen | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1870 mm |