1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava, 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Brava |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
