1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Graduate | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
