1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1978 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Jazz |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |