1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
Model | Aspen | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |