1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 17 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 191 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 1969 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Thema |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
