1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka 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 182 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 517 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Ford Ka | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Ka |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |