1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 591 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
