1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 1980 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 1980 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Aspen | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2467 mm |
