1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1969 MG MGC | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Aspen | MGC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
