1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 6 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
