1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 22 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 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 75 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
