1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 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 166 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
