1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Dart | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
