1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 675 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1963 Renault 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |