1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | Dodge | Reliant |
Model | Dart | Bug |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1960 mm |