1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 435 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
