1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 36 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 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. 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, 2004 Fiat Albea, 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Albea |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
