1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
