1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 (217 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |