1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Ford 17M | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | 17M |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 129 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |