1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 16 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Hit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
