1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 26 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 665 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
