1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 35 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato.
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, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
