1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Graduate | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
