1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Aspen | MGC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| 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 | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 174 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 |
