1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 467 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dart | 124 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |