1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 33 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 49 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, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Aspen | i40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
