1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 429 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | 124 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
