1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo 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 181 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 609 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | Twingo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |