1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Aspen | Thesis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |