1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1976 Fiat 127
To start off, 1976 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 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 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 196 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1976 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | 127 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
