1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 16 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 176 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 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 (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |