1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 238 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Graduate | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1488 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 |
