1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Aspen | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |