1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 24 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 165 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dart | Tempra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |