1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
