1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dart | Kappa |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |