1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1968 Dodge Dart and 1968 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 78 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dart | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |