1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 24 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 3 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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, 1992 Lancia Thema, 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dart | Thema |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |